The students have been dominating this year’s Read-a-Thon and blew past the school-wide reading minutes goal of 150,000 minutes hitting 186,000 minutes read last night and earning an All-School No Homework Pass on a date to be picked by Dr. Sedita – well done readers!

Tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18th is the last day to log minutes so don’t forget to enter those last minutes before bedtime. Read-a-thon is also our biggest PTA fundraiser of the year so keep sharing those pages – there’s still time to join in the fun and affect the outcome even if you sign-up today. We love seeing all the encouraging notes from family and friends and truly appreciate the entire community’s support.

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Prizes will be awarded for Top Overall Homeroom, Top Grade and Winning Homerooms by Grade – Final results will be announced during Thursday’s morning announcements.

Don’t forget to mark down the session dates as there are many holidays coming up when ASE classes will not meet. Remaining meeting dates below –

Tuesdays:

May 7, 21, 28All classes run from 3:15 – 4:15 PM on their scheduled dates.

On Thursday, March 19th, the MSU Jazz Band will return to Bradford for a Women’s History Month performance for the entire school.

Bradford’s 5th Colorful Spring Celebration will be held during school on Friday, April 10th! For the past 5 years, we have joyfully celebrated Holi, marking the arrival of spring with vibrant powdered colors. To ensure inclusivity and equity, last year Bradford embraced a broader celebration that honors the many cultures that welcome the season of renewal, now called the “Colorful Spring Celebration.” While the name has evolved, the spirit of the event remains the same—we will continue the throwing of bright, festive colors in powder form, having an incredible time with our Bradford community. More details and information on how to volunteer to follow!

MFEE is calling for nominations for the 2026 Judy Weston Awards for Inspired Teaching! Now administered by MFEE, the awards were established by Josh and Judy Weston in 1991 to acknowledge and celebrate Montclair Public Schools teachers. The awards honor both master teachers and those on their way to achieving that status. Inspired teaching combines a range of skills across several core areas. Ultimately, it excites students to learn, helps them feel valued, and responds to their individual needs and strengths.

Last year, MFEE received more than 300 nominations, and 17 honorees won $2,000 each. All parents/guardians of current Montclair Public Schools students, current MPS students, and recent alumni, are encouraged to nominate teachers or a counselor. Nomination due by 4/12.

Due to the additional snow days incurred this year, the following days will now be instructional days:

• Friday, March 20th
• Monday, March 30th

Upcoming Events & Reminders:

• 3/25 – Abbreviated Day Schedule (Parent/Teacher Conferences)
• 3/26 – Abbreviated Day Schedule (Parent/Teacher Conferences)
• 3/31 – 4/3 – School Closed for Spring Break
• 4/25 – MSU Math Workshop (Bradford Library 10am – 12:30pm)

Thanks for reading,